WOW!! I am shocked at the response, although I don't know why....I personally have always thought that yorkie people are fabulous people!
Thank you all so much so far. The responses and well wishes are gratefully received. A few responses if I can remember all the questions.
I did join the yahoo Liver_Shunt_MVD_Support group, thanks for that recommendation.
Coco's case is rather mild I think....she has scored under 100 with each BAT. The liver biopsy was really at my insistance. I had much rather tackle an issue in the beginning, then wait for something to happen. Since Coco and Martini had came from the same broker, I had to test Coco after Martini's passing. I am perfectly ok with being neurotic. My vet is good, she listens to me and finds me answers if she doesn't have them.
She did put Coco on Royal Canin Renal MP Modified back in October, after the second test. Denamarin has been a regular part of our routine since last July. We have been lacks for about a month and a half after the visit at U Penn and the internist there feeling Coco was fine. (I should have followed my gut.)
But we are back on track now, however I want to incorporate a RAW diet, although from what I have seen....I may just homecook for Coco. The one thing I have been a little confused about is mixed opinions on chicken? I have seen that you can use it and then that it shoudn't be used.
Also, we tried the special diet treats from the vet....she wouldn't eat them. Nor would Pickles and she eats anything. One thing that I have been giving her and i THINK it is ok, should probably ask my vet....Coconut and Pumpkin Crunchers which has crude protein of 10%, Zuke's Mini Bakes containing crude protein of 11%, and Zuke's Hip Action containing 10% crude protein. Funny thing, while just checking all these treats, I checked the Hill's Prescription Treats and it is 13% crude protein. So I guess the others are good!
I am still a bit overwhelmed by this all. But so very thankful to hear from others and to be learning how managable this can be. Thank you all!
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